Aaron Nesmith Injury Status Update for March 29th, 2026
Aaron Nesmith of the Pacers has been ruled out and will not play today. Aaron was previously listed as Doubtful before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 30th game Aaron has missed this season.
Aaron Nesmith Season Averages
Aaron's absence leaves a significant hole in the Pacers rotation. Across 45 games this season, he's averaging 13.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game while playing 29.7 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29.7 | 13.8 | 4.2 | 1.9 | 11.4 |
Pacers Performance With & Without Aaron Nesmith
The numbers tell a clear story about Aaron's value to the Pacers. With Aaron in the lineup this season, the team is 10-35. Without him, they've gone 6-23. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (108.0 vs 110.9), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 10-35 | 6-23 | — |
| Off Rating | 110.9 | 108.0 | -2.9 |
| Def Rating | 119.1 | 117.2 | -1.9 |
| Net Rating | -8.2 | -9.2 | -1.0 |
| PPG | 113.4 | 109.6 | -3.8 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Aaron Nesmith?
When Aaron sits, other Pacers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Ethan Thompson and Kam Jones stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Aaron has been out this season, Ethan Thompson has averaged 6.6 more points per game, 5.5 additional field goal attempts and 15.9 extra minutes.
PPG: +6.6 | FGA: +5.5 | MPG: +15.9
Aaron Nesmith Betting Trends
For bettors, Aaron's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Pacers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Aaron has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Nesmith) Pascal Siakam AST UNDER: 16-4 (+12.3u, 3.9 / -118 avg. line) Jarace Walker PRA UNDER: 14-5 (+8.3u, 21.6 / -113 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Aaron Nesmith's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Heat @ Pacers - March 29, 2026 Miami Heat: Norman Powell (Out) Indiana Pacers: Ivica Zubac (Out) Johnny Furphy (Out) Tyrese Haliburton (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Aaron's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Pacers.